Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Smart traffic lights turn green faster for cyclists via an app – but not in Amsterdam
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Café Trouw and coffee bar AX join forces in Koningstraat: 'We’re in the casual dating phase'
Café Trouw and coffee bar AX have launched a partnership on Koningstraat in Haarlem to offer a combined service. AX provides specialty coffee in the morning, while Café Trouw takes over in the after...
Nostalgic candy shop Ieteke in Santpoort closes its doors after five years: ‘It’s not yet a final goodbye’
Annemarie and Fedor Haaker have closed their nostalgic candy store, Ieteke, in Santpoort-Noord after five years of operation. The owners decided to shut down because the business's turnover no longer ...
Safety region: part of 't Harde wildfire under control
A wildfire in 't Harde is partially under control, according to a spokesperson for the local safety region. Officials expressed hope that the entire area will be contained within a short period.
Brent oil price hits highest level since June 2022
The price of Brent oil reached its highest level since June 2022 on Wednesday. This increase is attributed to the ongoing geopolitical stalemate in the conflict between the United States and Iran.
Caregiver consultant Pauline helps residents of Castricum and Uitgeest through the red tape
Consultant Pauline Landwehr Johann is assisting caregivers in Castricum and Uitgeest by helping them navigate the care system and find appropriate resources for their loved ones. Following an initial ...
MEPs call for tougher penalties for antisemitism
Several political groups in the European Parliament are advocating for harsher penalties and stricter enforcement to combat the rise of antisemitism across Europe. During a parliamentary debate on Wed...
Smoke plume from Veluwe wildfire reaches England
Smoke from a large wildfire on the Veluwe in the Netherlands has reached the coast of England. Satellite imagery captured the plume passing over Norwich around 5:00 PM.
Vitamins are popular but not always harmless: toxicologist discusses risks
Toxicologist Jan Tytgat provides an overview of the effectiveness and risks associated with popular vitamin supplements like magnesium and vitamin K. He cautions that while these products are often us...
Nunspeet Mayor: Ready for evacuation if necessary due to fire
The municipality of Nunspeet is prepared to evacuate residents if a fire at the ASK military training ground near 't Harde expands. Mayor Céline Blom confirmed that emergency shelter has been establi...
No dangerous levels detected in smoke in parts of South Holland
Smoke from a wildfire near 't Harde drifted over parts of South Holland, including Leiden, Alphen aan den Rijn, and Gouda, on Wednesday. Local safety authorities conducted air quality measurements and...
New family photo of Prince William and Catherine for 15th wedding anniversary
Prince William and Princess Catherine have shared a new family photo to mark their 15th wedding anniversary. The image features the couple with their children and dog relaxing in the grass during thei...
Veteran Billy Cobham at the Phil Friday: Still the world's best fusion drummer after half a century
Legendary fusion drummer Billy Cobham is scheduled to perform at the PHIL in Haarlem this Friday. Known for his complex drum setups and a career spanning over half a century, Cobham continues to be ce...
'It's been a good run': Kennemerland Animal Ambulance chair Helma Wienen steps down after 16 years
Helma Wienen is stepping down as the chairperson of the Kennemerland animal ambulance service after serving for 16 years. The 81-year-old will be succeeded by 55-year-old Jacqueline Makbouli.
Oil and gas companies TotalEnergies and BP see profit jump since war in Iran
Oil and gas companies TotalEnergies and BP reported a significant surge in profits during the first quarter of 2026. This financial growth is attributed to rising oil prices resulting from the conflic...
Suspect in distraction theft that cost Irene (80) her life released with ankle monitor
An Amsterdam court has ruled that a suspect in the violent death of 80-year-old Irene Winkel will be released with an electronic ankle monitor. Of the three individuals suspected of involvement in the...
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ remains nothing more than a fantasy from the glossies
'Five hundred additional hectares for industrial land'. Businesses north of the North Sea Canal want to grow
Entrepreneurs in the region north of the North Sea Canal are calling for 500 hectares of additional industrial land to match local housing growth. Economic Forum chairman Friso de Zeeuw emphasizes tha...
Rental supply continues to shrink despite changes in rent law, researchers say
ABN AMRO researchers warn that the supply of middle-segment rental housing will continue to shrink as long as the government maintains high taxes on private rental properties. Despite recent changes i...